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Breton shortbread

Recipe by Once Upon a Time Pastry

Traditional Breton biscuits, crumbly and buttery, easy to make by hand or with a mixer. Ideal for a snack or with coffee.

EasyFrenchServes 12

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Source Video
27m
Prep
17m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
54m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$3.65
Total cost
$0.30
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Use salted butter or add salt if using unsalted butter.
  • Do not roll the dough too thin (≈5 mm thickness).
  • Bake on a perforated sheet to prevent biscuit spreading.

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot oven with care.
  • Allow the trays to cool before touching.

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